Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At dragon-vets.co.uk, we believe gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, never a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose. If you're using gambling as a coping mechanism or financial solution, please seek help immediately.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble or use paysafecard casino services in the UK. We take age verification seriously and comply with all UK gambling regulations. If you are under 18, you are prohibited from accessing casino games on this site.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be aware of these common warning signs. If you recognise any of these behaviours in yourself or someone you know, seek help:
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from friends, family, or partners
- Loss of control: Gambling for longer than intended or spending more than planned
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments to gamble
- Financial strain: Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Mood changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or low when not gambling
- Escalating stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement
- Failed attempts to quit: Trying unsuccessfully to cut back or stop gambling
- Relationship problems: Gambling causing conflict with loved ones
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable casinos offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a day, week, or month
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications during your gaming session to remind you how long you've been playing
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent prolonged gambling
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block your account from accessing casino services
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed
Always check your casino's responsible gaming options and use these tools proactively.
Support Organizations & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free confidential support and counselling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – National Self-Exclusion Scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Register for multi-operator self-exclusion across UK-licensed operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (free, confidential, 24/7)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal Centre for Health Education
Website: www.bzga.de
Need Help? Reach Out Today
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you're concerned about your gambling or that of someone close to you, please don't hesitate to contact one of the support organisations listed above. They offer free, confidential assistance with no judgment.
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Support is available 24/7, and recovery is possible.